Album: Turn! Turn! Turn! by The Byrds (1965)
Genre: Psychedelic Rock | Style: Rock/Pop | Mood: Quirky
Record Label: Columbia/Legacy
Format: Album

Description: Working quickly after the success of “Mr. Tambourine Man” and their debut album, The Byrds confirmed their place in the new folk-rock vanguard with an equally confident follow-up. Adapted from Pete Seeger’s own adaptation of the Book of Ecclesiastes, “Turn! Turn! Turn!” provided a hopeful salve for listeners in troubled times. Two more Bob Dylan covers and originals like Gene Clark’s stately “If You’re Gone” saw The Byrds refine their signature mix of jangle and harmony while also providing a preview of country rock.

Related Artists: The Flying Burrito Brothers, Buffalo Springfield, Roger McGuinn, The Beau Brummels

Music Scene: Part of the Los Angeles, USA music scene. Emerged in the 1960s era. Associated with Psychedelic Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Psychedelic Rock, Rock/Pop, Quirky, 1960s, Album, Columbia/Legacy

Additional Context: Rating score: 7. Based on 1 votes. Available on Discogs marketplace


Working quickly after the success of “Mr. Tambourine Man” and their debut album, The Byrds confirmed their place in the new folk-rock vanguard with an equally confident follow-up. Adapted from Pete Seeger’s own adaptation of the Book of Ecclesiastes, “Turn! Turn! Turn!” provided a hopeful salve for listeners in troubled times. Two more Bob Dylan covers and originals like Gene Clark’s stately “If You’re Gone” saw The Byrds refine their signature mix of jangle and harmony while also providing a preview of country rock.

Turn! Turn! Turn!

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